She Bop

Good kind of place

Nicolette was a tremendous help, and let me grill her on the difference between water based & silicon based lubes, what’s organic, and why seaweed… A radical PDX business for years now; I’m finally sharing the love.

Wonderful staff and great selection. A perfect place for the seasoned or newbie toy-​store visitor. The staff always checks to see if I need anything but never makes me feel pressured to make a decision and I always feel comfortable asking questions. They also have educational DVD’s for rent and classes every month which in my opinion is basically a public service. Love them!

She Bop is everything an adult boutique (read: sex shop) should be. The products are made from non-​toxic materials and are free of phthalates. The employees are incredibly helpful and positive. They offer helpful classes and events. They participate in community events, such as Little Boxes. And… they are welcoming to all! Seems like exactly what we need in a society fearful about open and honest communication regarding sex.
Everyone should visit She Bop to see what they have to offer. Sign up early for the classes, as they fill up quickly. Their website has a ton of helpful information, including an interesting blog.

This was our first time into the shop. I must say our experience was very nice. The shop ladies were attentive, asking if we needed help, being there to answer questions, but not being too pushy. The place is small, but very well laid out. Overall we had a wonderful experience.

I may be a bit more giggly than most when it comes to matters of the swimsuit region. Really, the notion that I choose to call it that in this review says plenty. But, for the sake of full transparency, also let me say that I most frequently refer to the goods as «hoo-​ha» or «fine china» or «lady bits.» I relay this so you know my comfort level in strolling on into a sex toy boutique, well, it’s not as high as maybe Courtney Stodden’s might be.
But that’s okay, right? To each his own and, besides, this is a *female friendly* shop; they say as much in the ads I spy in the Mercury. I am going to browse the shelves of pleasure providing devices in comfort and likely find something to discretely hide in the nightstand later (that, for the record, is not a euphemism). Let’s go on in then.
The first thing I notice is how small the place is. It’s tiny, like really tiny in comparison to other toy shops I’ve been in, think one room that, standing in the center, you could spin and see everything on every shelf reasonably well. And, despite the little box (heh) of a shop, there’s three employees standing at the counter. And not another customer.
Awkward.
You can’t really browse comfortably when there’s three employees eyeballing you, one of which is checking in far more frequently than is necessary. And relaxed browsing is important when you drop in somewhere without a specific item in mind. Otherwise it’s not enjoyable and you end up leaving empty-​handed or with something you probs wouldn’t have purchased given less pressure. Luckily for me, wink-​wink, I ended up finding an item that held promise. I paid and bounced.
Would I go back… maybe… maybe not. It wasn’t without positive points. The shop was clean, had a wide variety of products, and is convenient to get to. The staff is knowledgeable and (over) willing to share tips and tricks. It’s just that it might be easier to shop in a less cramped environment when perusing dildos. Yes, I said it, dildos.

Wow. That was tense.
This being my first visit to Portland’s only female-​friendly sex toy shop, I had high hopes. Granted, you can call me spoiled; I recently relocated here from Seattle, where I enjoyed not only local access to Babeland’s flagship store, but also to the wonderful, warm, and well-​stocked Wild at Heart.
She Bop was none of these. First, it’s small. As in, cramped, awkward, everybody can see what everybody else is looking at, small. Maybe it’s just me, but I want a little breathing space, not to mention a tiny bit of privacy, to pause and consider my options when I’m deciding on an (expensive!) and naughty personal item.
Second, you could cut the tension between the 3 staff, none of whom behaved like the owner, or a manager, or like they cared, with a knife.
Third, when I showed them the item I was looking for on Babeland’s website, one of the clerks said «we don’t carry that.» Problem is, I had already established that with the other clerk, who was within earshot. I hate it when customer service staff are that concrete. Or dense. Or indifferent. I *know* you don’t carry it. Are you *willing to consider* carrying it? Wake up!
Clerk number three mumbled something about taking my email address and doing some «research» later about special ordering. Because she’s in the middle of something more important right now, dammit!
Uh… never mind. I’ll have ordered it — and likely received it — from Babeland by then.
Two stars because I’m willing to give them another chance. Maybe they were having a bad day. I sure hope so. I’d hate to have to make a road trip to Seattle every time I need a new accessory for sexy time.

I’m so happy that this store not only has a great selection of toys and books but they also have a spectacular trans section. It’s awesome. I’m so happy to have found an FTM friendly boutique. The sales staff is super friendly and willing to help with any questions. Thanks for being awesome!!!

They have a large selection of high quality toys such as Fun Factory, Vixskin, and Lelo. However, I felt very uncomfortable shopping here. The female sales lady had a stuck up attitude and had her eyes glued on me the whole time. As if I would stick large sex toys in my tiny purse?! It was very uncomfortable and I’ll stick to online shopping next time. If they only knew how much and how often I invest in sex toys a year! They should get cameras if shoplifting is such a concern. Reading the other three-​stars-​and-​under reviews for this shop (including the filtered reviews) will mention similar things about the employees. Also, every time I picked up a toy someone would run over and show me how to use it. Most vibrators have the same functions (up/​down, and hold down to turn off). It got really annoying after the eighth time or so when I wanted to browse on my own.
I was going to purchase a specific toy but they were out of stock minus the floor model so I left empty handed.

What a great place. They were so helpful and open to all questons. Very professional I was so very impressed. I would tell any one that I know looking to go to an adult toy store to skip the rest and go to the best. In addition to the help you can try all the toys out so you know what your getting to make sure you get the right product.

Love this place! It’s the 1^st classy toy shop I’ve been in. Super helpful (and adorable) staff… I had a million questions, all were answered. Lube, condoms, high quality toys, ample reading material, and best of all it’s not creepy. I will be back and blow my grocery budget lee than once fosho…

She Bop not only gets five stars, but every sex store I encounter from now on that does not meet the bar this store sets get an automatic one star.
I mean, Christ guys. Come on.
Some of you supposedly think of sex every seven seconds. According to the guy they sent to stand at the university’s sidewalk and scream at young people, sex is also the leading cause of casualties in Iraq and climate change.
But still none of you understand what a «flared base» is.
Which is it, guys?
You’re telling me that sex rules everything around you but you never bothered to google «is it safe to put my finger in there without a glove?» or «what is safe to stick in my butt?»
When you boil it down (like you should be doing with your dildos), places like She Bop and Good Vibes in the Bay Area don’t just sell fun stuff. They provide essential resources and education on sexual health.
The current prevailing attitudes in America regarding sex and sexuality encourage people to grasp at straws. We read sex tips in Cosmo, A MAGAZINE WHICH TOLD PEOPLE THAT HETEROSEXUAL WOMEN COULD NOT GET HIV, and buy novelty sex items that are meant for a laugh amongst polite company and not for actual use but we fuck ourselves with it because we’re desperate to try new things.
A society in which teachers are fired for saying the word «vagina» need to be a LOT MORE DISCERNING about where we get our information about what is and what is not safe sex.
If the guy in the dimly lit store with «69» in the title is not comfortable actually holding the equipment and talking about its use, DO NOT TRUST ANYTHING HE SAYS.
If he does not understand the difference between silicon and glyercine based lubes, DO NOT TRUST ANYTHING HE SAYS.
If he asks to see your ID and then laughs at you because the name on your ID does not match your current gender presentation, DO NOT TRUST ANYTHING HE SAYS.
NOTHING HE WILL SELL YOU IS PROBABLY SAFE TO PUT IN YOUR BUTT.
SHE BOP WILL DO ALL OF THOSE THINGS.
GO TO SHE BOP. THEY KNOW WHAT TO PUT IN YOUR BUTT.

When traveling it’s nice to find places that remind you of stores from home. We came across shebop when looking for a place like Babeland, and that’s exactly what we found. Helpful people, lots of product out for you to feel, normal prices (same as Babeland) and NO TAX. Yeeeeehaaaw

With «female friendly» signs posted out front, sure, why not! Coming from LA, it’s very interesting to see stores like this in Portland where everyone seems to be much more open. The store is very clean, staff is very friendly and informative. They’ve got a great selection of toys and other goodies. I would recommend checking this out if you’re in the neighborhood and aren’t too shy.

Don’t conform to a boring taboo society. cause this place is classy. Yes.classy. Ladies. if you are willing to «broaden your horizons».you will not be disappointed. The ladies that work for this store are full of all the knowledge you need. I really liked this store. and my girlfriend loved it. The staff is super helpful and really friendly. This isn’t like one of those places where the old pervert is watching the girls as they look around. creeping you out with his pathetic stares. It is an all female staff. and that is a major plus. especially for any female who is a cautious and stand-​offish because of past poor experiences. This little place is just for the women. so ease your nerves. Check this little store out. fo’ sho’!!
P. S. Another HUGE plus. this store is not only stylish and female friendly. but really clean and well maintained.

My husband and I love this place. The lube selection is amazing, and they have plenty paraben and silicone free options. You can test them in store and the staff is always there to help. Their toys are varied and they even have a BDSM area that is well stocked. If you want something that is not in stock, they will special order it for you (that’s how we got our liberator wedge ramp combo). We love their open minded attitude and my favorite salesperson is the really cute guy (can’t remember his name!)
We visit them once a month or so to replenish goodies. We don’t go anywhere else but here, total She Bop fans.

I’m reviewing this, being aware that folks I work with, friends, and family are friends with me on here. Oh well, people need to know that this place, for me, really is as good as it gets! The staff are friendly, never pushy, and super knowledgeable. Sometimes I have questions, and there are no judgements when I ask — and no pressure to buy one product over another, or any at all.
It’s such a positive, clean atmosphere and it takes away a lot of the shame in going to an «adult» store that I know many of you out there experience!
I have no shame walking into this store to address any needs I have, or e-​mailing them ahead of time asking questions.
They also host workshops, etc, but I haven’t been to one of those — still, it’s pretty freaking rad.
I would HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone who asked.

She-​Bop is where you go when your inner whore is a real slut. Or, is that the other way around? Either way… this is the perfect little shop to get the goods you need to get it on.
She-​Bop is cute, clean, nicely lit and also extremely female friendly, heck, it’s everyone friendly! This place is for anyone who wants a judgment-​free sex shopping experience where you are shopping other like minded people who don’t give a crap what your buying. My husband is equally as comfortable coming here as I am and as a matter of fact, we meander through the store touching and feeling all the products, talking about items openly and asking questions of the seriously knowledgeable staff like it’s no big thang.
We have been to several sex shops in Portland and this is by far one of the best. Although it should be noted that She Bop is pretty small, so there’s a good chance you’ll be shoulder to shoulder with someone eyeing the same sex toy as you are and wondering who will grab for it first. It could get a skosh awkward I suppose, but, you get over it and if your my husband, you’ll even be making conversation over handcuffs and whatnot. ;)
The sleaze-​effect is nonexistent and I gotta say, finding a sex shop where conversations about the different types of sex toys, or getting the best kegel balls for your money, or perhaps, an in depth conversation about what kind of lube would work the best for us… is as candid a conversation as discussing what kind of paint I should buy at my local hardware store. I like it. And the selection of on hand display items keeps me coming back.
They have heard and seen it all before and the last thing you will feel here, is singled out or awkward. They offer a variety of classes and workshops on different topics, and you can get on their mailing list to receive email updates.
So, come on Portland, get your freak on. And, for once… listen to your inner whore. You might just find something at She Bop that really tickles your fancy, or anything else you might want tickled.

First things first: this place is not only female-​friendly, but it’s also very male friendly. (I noticed a «filtered» review which mentioned there was a dearth of reviews from men.)
The boyfriend and I went there together and it was an über pleasant, non-​awkward experience– just as it should be. It was much like the experience of the two of us shopping for anything together. Both of us touching and handling everything, discussing what will or won’t work for us, and then bargaining with one another about who was gonna pay for it. You know, just like the time we went shopping for a water filter pitcher or dresser.
Also, they sell chocolate boobies there. Like, artisanal, handmade chocolate truffles in the delicious shapes of boobies. Oy, I’d give She Bop another star just for the choco-​boobs.

Shebop is Portland’s quintessential well lit shop for implements of pleasure for women, in other words, «marital aids». They focus on quality, you won’t find items of limited life, with potentially very dangerous plasticizers, mass produced in Asia. That means they are more expensive, but potentially useful for years because they are «dishwasher safe» or otherwise cleanable.
The staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. For instance I was inquiring about a new six speed, wall powered «massager». ‘No, not available, maybe in Japan. We have the two speed one (demonstrating). But you can use any light dimmer to get the same effect. Oh, but we do have this battery powered one with variable speed and it also has a pulse mode (demonstrating), and we also have these programmable ones (demonstrating). Because they work on a bearing they are very gentle and will stall if you press to hard, so they are best for people who like a very light …‘
Women are more complex than men in their inspiration, so the store has plenty of other items to stimulate imagination in more «subtle» ways.
The staff can relate in detail the customers’ experiences with the products and help you find the one suited to your unique needs and desires. They also offer women-​friendly educational events. «Vegan leather items» are there too. For your friends in other cities, they have web sales.
Definitely a «girl shop», owned by girls, but the staff can also help boys find something for their girl, or girls find something for their girl, and probably many other variations of someone finding something for their someone, or themselves, as long as we are talking adults.
She Bop also joins Portland’s pantheon of small museums. They have a collection of vintage «massagers» on display, with their original packaging illustrating the «intended» use cases.
This forms a pairwise review with Missing Link,
so if you are on Mississippi together and your girl wants some privacy in her shopping, you can go over to Missing Link and she can text you when she has completed her SheBop experience.